Robin Gillham
Robin is keenly fascinated by Soviet history, especially the period following the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in the 1980s. He has written two dissertations on the social impact of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster and traveled to the abandoned nuclear town of Pripyat and the exclusion zone. He also has a passion for the history of space exploration, photography, and Japanese folklore. He holds a BA in History from Bangor University and an MA in Russian and Post-Soviet Politics from UCL. In his spare time, he explores abandoned Soviet military bases and documents his experiences through his photography.
Articles by Robin Gillham
Why Did China and Japan Clash in the First Sino-Japanese War?In the late 1800s Japan and China were embroiled in a bitter conflict over control of the Korean peninsula. Here’s how the first Sino-Japanese War began.
8 Trade Goods That Once Shaped the World Economy, Now InsignificantFrom whale oil to preserved bird droppings, these trade goods were of unbelievable value but are now consigned to history.
From whale oil to preserved bird droppings, these trade goods were of unbelievable value but are now consigned to history.
8 of the Holiest Buddhist RelicsWhat are the holiest of all the Buddhist relics around the world?
What are the holiest of all the Buddhist relics around the world?
8 Languages That Have Been Lost To HistoryWhile some languages have survived and thrived, others have died out completely and remain little more than a memory.
While some languages have survived and thrived, others have died out completely and remain little more than a memory.
Exploring the World of Japanese Literature in 8 Must-ReadsJapanese literature is rich and complex, with a unique style that endears it to many literary enthusiasts.
Japanese literature is rich and complex, with a unique style that endears it to many literary enthusiasts.
The Pretext for Japan’s Invasion of ManchuriaThe Mukden Incident of 1931 began Japan’s invasion of Manchuria, a conflict that led to the Second Sino-Japanese War and the brutality of World War II.
8 Pivotal Moments in the History of AustraliaThroughout the history of Australia, major moments have shaped the development of this nation. Here are just 8 of these.
Throughout the history of Australia, major moments have shaped the development of this nation. Here are just 8 of these.
8 Pivotal Events in Singapore’s History That Shaped the NationSingapore’s history dates back hundreds of years and incorporates significant events that shaped the 21st century. Here are eight key moments that influenced Singapore’s development.
8 Must-Visit Religious Sites in JapanFrom ancient temples to hidden forest shrines, Japan is home to countless religious sites.
From ancient temples to hidden forest shrines, Japan is home to countless religious sites.
The Inca Empire’s Four Quarters Explained (Government & Challenges)The Inca Empire, known as the Realm of Four Quarters, spread from mountain peaks to arid deserts, with each quarter presenting unique challenges in governance.
Get to Know the Ainu, Japan’s First PeopleMysterious and misunderstood, the Ainu are an ancient Indigenous people who still call Japan their home.
Mysterious and misunderstood, the Ainu are an ancient Indigenous people who still call Japan their home.
The Three Sacred Treasures of Japan (History & Importance)The Sacred Treasures of Japan have been passed down over thousands of years from an alleged divine origin. Here’s the story behind the objects and their significance for Japan.
The Sacred Treasures of Japan have been passed down over thousands of years from an alleged divine origin. Here’s the story behind the objects and their significance for Japan.